Space Systems (OSS)

We develop, integrate, and apply new and established technologies to meet the challenges of working in space and other harsh environments.

Agile Innovators

Ideally located near Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) has provided NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, their contractors, and commercial launch vehicle providers with space flight hardware systems and equipment for more than 35 years.

Robotics and Automation

Automate Operations to Increase Safety and Efficiency

We increase productivity and efficiency of operations, enable new capabilities and operations in the field, and minimize human exposure to hazards by integrating robotic and automated technical solutions.

Satellite Servicing

Increasing the Efficiency of In-Space Operations

We understand the complexities involved with satellite servicing challenges and use innovative, pragmatic approaches to deliver turnkey solutions to repair faulty satellites and eliminate costly downtime.

We use our engineering expertise and experience to develop specialized solutions for in-space tools and systems. Our systems enable robotic servicing spacecraft to approach and capture satellites in orbit to repair, refuel, or add new capabilities before returning it to service.

We are currently working on the development of a new generation of unmanned robotic systems for the servicing of satellites for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA’s) Robotics Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) programs, including the robotic tool changer.

Human Space Flight Systems

We are a world leader in designing, manufacturing, testing, and maintaining equipment for human space flight activities, and training astronauts in its use. Our space suits, life support technology, and space station extravehicular activity (EVA) equipment sustaining engineering are trusted solutions for critical operations.

Thermal Protection Systems

Protect Critical, Sensitive Components

We provide turnkey thermal protection system (TPS) development, manufacturing, testing, installation, and sustaining engineering services to NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, their contractors, and commercial launch vehicle providers.

You can benefit from our extensive experience and one-stop-shop capabilities. We deliver mission-critical components used in the full range of TPS applications.

High-temperature fabrics and heat shields

Cork and foam ablators

Flexible thermal curtains and thermal insulation

Ceramics used in various space launch and reentry operations

Trust us to develop the initial TPS requirements based on launch and reentry conditions, complete the preliminary and final designs, and carry out analysis and system integration testing. Our fabrication capabilities are supported by our ability to test and certify components, and to complete installations to meet your requirements.

Specialty Engineering and Manufacturing Services

Understanding of critical components and complex operations enables us to offer a range of specialty engineering and manufacturing services. We provide systems engineering and integration (SE&I) and engineering analysis including finite element analysis, thermal analysis, and materials and processes (M&P) analysis tailored to meet project-specific needs.

Safety, Product, and Mission Assurance

OSS holds ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100C certifications. Our execution of complex projects for NASA, other government agencies, and the commercial sector has won us a number of distinctive awards including NASA’s George M. Low Award for Quality.

Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory (NBL)

Reduce Operational Risk, Lower Project Costs, and Improve Safety

From space to subsea, the NBL supports a wide range of commercial training, testing, and practice operations. By leveraging our extensive background in underwater operations, we ensure that operations are designed and executed safely and efficiently.

Once exclusively reserved for astronaut training for the Space Shuttle program, the NASA-owned laboratory now hosts training activities, systems integration tests (SITs), tool tests, and rehearsals of processes and procedures for projects prior to commencement.

NBL Facilities

The 6.2-million-gallon pool and 72,000-ft² high bay offer full oversight of testing and training operations in a controlled, secure environment.